Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Vern Gosdin, “Set ‘Em Up Joe” July 26, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 1 Vern Gosdin and a murderer’s row of Nashville songwriters partner up for a newly minted classic.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Restless Heart, “The Bluest Eyes in Texas” July 25, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 2 Restless Heart delivers a solid pop record.
Single Review Roundup: Vol. 3, No. 27 July 24, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 0 We bounce back this week with four outstanding new records.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Keith Whitley, “Don’t Close Your Eyes” July 23, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 9 A Hall of Famer tops the charts for the first time.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: George Strait, “Baby Blue” July 22, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 9 George Strait’s heartbreaking tribute to his late daughter.
Bluesky Bullet Points: July 21, 2024 July 21, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 8 This week’s roundup features Album of the Year contenders from Melissa Carper and Maya De Vitry.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: The Desert Rose Band, “He’s Back and I’m Blue” July 20, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 5 The band’s musical knowledge and musical excellence shine through.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Rosanne Cash, “If You Change Your Mind” July 19, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 20 Rosanne Cash’s least distinctive No. 1 hit.
Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Alabama, “Fallin’ Again” July 18, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 2 Alabama’s final single before their first hiatus previews their path forward as a band.
Single Review Roundup: Vol. 3, No. 26 July 17, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 0 Beck and Andrea Bocelli join the country universe this week.